Minority Business Assistance Center - Columbus Region

08/19/2026

Thank you, Mayor Ginther and the City of Columbus.

Last night, through the Clean & Safe Corridor Initiative, the City of Columbus committed $50,000 directly to King-Lincoln storefronts and awarded five grants of $10,000 to business owners in the corridor. That comes in addition to roughly $269,000 and 1,200 hours of City work along Long Street and Refugee Road this year.

Investments in the community and it's businesses that you can see from the sidewalk.

08/17/2026

Ready to hire but unsure how to go about it? Join Columbus MBAC for this virtual event to learn how!

Register Here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hire-smart-the-dos-donts-of-interviewing-for-entrepreneurs-tickets-1998227786099?aff=oddtdtcreator

08/17/2026

There's still time to join us at the Classic for Columbus!

The Columbus Urban League is proud to be a part of the Classic for Columbus on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 from 6:30pm - 8:30pm at The Historic Coed Building located at 1890 E. Main St.

In partnership with Classic for Columbus, Rebuild Wall Street and Huntington Bank, we're excited to connect with attendees and provide education to local entrepreneurs and aspiring business owners on business resources and funding that are available to them. We can't wait to meet you!

Be sure to register for this impactful event at https://www.classicforcolumbus.com/

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08/16/2026

MBAC Ask an Expert is your monthly opportunity to sit down with professionals who can help you move your business forward—FOR FREE.

Bring your questions. Leave with direction.

💡 Real support for:
• Business planning
• Financial strategy
• Certifications & compliance
• Funding pathways

📍 Main Library | Every 3rd Monday
⏰ 1PM–3PM
👉 Walk in. Plug in. Level up.
👉 Your business deserves expert support

08/12/2026

Don't miss out!

Join us this Friday from 8:30-3:00 at the Ohio Department of Transportation for Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Business Expo!

08/07/2026

Join us at the Hispanic Chamber of Columbus Annual Business Resource Expo!

Friday, August 28th from 8:30-3:00

08/03/2026

✨ Your business journey doesn’t have to be lonely

Join a space built for YOU—where entrepreneurs connect with real experts who care about your growth.

MBAC Ask an Expert gives you direct access to:

💼 Advisors
💰 Funding insight
📈 Growth strategies
📍 Main Library | Monthly (3rd Monday)

👉 Show up. Ask questions. Build your next move.

07/31/2026

IT'S THE LAST DAY TO REGISTER for the 6th Annual Vet Ohio Expo!!!

We're looking forward to seeing you at the 6th Annual VET OHIO EXPO that will be held on Saturday, August 8, 2026 from 1:00pm - 4:00pm at The Ohio State University, Student Union.

Plan to connect with hundreds of veterans there from across the State of Ohio this year as this event is being held in conjunction with the Governor's Ohio Veterans Convention. Scan the QR code below or visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-ohio-veterans-convention-tickets-1985956245591?aff=ebdssbdestsearch to register TODAY!!!

Bring your business cards and prepare to NETWORK, BUY and SELL!!

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07/29/2026

JOIN US at the Classic for Columbus!

The Columbus Urban League is proud to be a part of the Classic for Columbus on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 from 6:30pm - 8:30pm at The Historic Coed Building located at 1890 E. Main St.

In partnership with Classic for Columbus, Rebuild Wall Street and Huntington Bank, we're excited to connect with attendees and provide education to local entrepreneurs and aspiring business owners on business resources and funding that are available to them. We can't wait to meet you!

Be sure to register for this impactful event at https://www.classicforcolumbus.com/

Email from Columbus Minority Business Assistance Center   JOIN US at the Classic for Columbus! The Columbus Urban League is proud to be a part of the Classic for Columbus on Wednesday, August 19, 2026

07/25/2026

JOIN US for the 6th Annual Vet Ohio Expo!!!

We're looking forward to seeing you at the 6th Annual VET OHIO EXPO that will be held on Saturday, August 8, 2026 from 1:00pm - 4:00pm at The Ohio State University, Student Union.

Plan to connect with hundreds of veterans there from across the State of Ohio this year as this event is being held in conjunction with the Governor's Ohio Veterans Convention. Scan the QR code below or visit https://dvs.ohio.gov/resources-for-veterans/ohio-veterans-convention-2026 to register.

Bring your business cards and prepare to NETWORK, BUY and SELL!!

Email from Columbus Minority Business Assistance Center   JOIN US for the 6th Annual Vet Ohio Expo!!! We're looking forward to seeing you at the 6th Annual VET OHIO EXPO that will be held on Saturday,